Chapter 142

Logan

I can’t believe what I just heard. My heart leaps with joy, pounding so hard I feel it might burst from my chest. 

“I’m right where I should be,” she whispers.

It feels surreal. “Say that again, Nadine,” I urged, my face lighting up with happiness.

“Oh, stop, Logan,” she replies, covering her face with her hands.

Unable to contain my excitement, I scoop her up in a bridal carry and head up the stairs.

“Drop me! I can walk by myself!” she laughs, but I can’t help my joy as I carry her with happiness.

“Where are you taking me?” she asks, laughing.

“To my bathroom. Remember that day you had your bath here?” 

She nods her head against my chest, a playful smile on her lips.

I can’t seem to have a bath without thinking about that day. 

I kick the door open and step inside, gently lowering her to her feet under the shower.

As the warm water cascades around us, I slowly start to rem